Finance Manager – Fashion & Retail

Company: WeAreAspire
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

Finance Manager to join a fast-growing global fashion brand based in Manchester with offices in NYC and operations across e-commerce, retail and wholesale. You’ll lead the UK finance function, work closely with the Group Finance Director, and manage one direct report (Finance Assistant).

What you’ll be doing

  • Preparing management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and monthly reporting packs
  • Overseeing day-to-day finance ops: AP, AR, payroll, and multi-currency bank reconciliations
  • Managing and mentoring the Finance Assistant
  • Ensuring UK compliance: tax, audit, statutory filings
  • Handling stock, retail, e-commerce, and wholesale reconciliations
  • Providing commercial insights and variance analysis
  • Partnering with teams across retail, digital, and international offices (especially New York)
  • Improving controls, processes, and finance systems

What we’re looking for

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
  • Experience in retail, fashion or consumer goods (bonus if you know e-commerce or wholesale)
  • Solid background in management accounting & financial reporting
  • People management or mentoring experience
  • Multi-currency & international ops knowledge is a plus
  • Excel wizardry + ERP/finance systems confidence
  • Strong communicator who’s organized, hands-on, and up for a challenge

The Details

  • Location: Manchester HQ
  • Salary: £55,000
  • Reports to: Group Finance Director
  • Direct Reports: 1 (Finance Assistant)
  • Start Date: ASAP (but we’ll wait for the right person!)

This is your chance to step into a high-visibility role in a fast-paced brand that’s making serious moves on the global stage. If you love getting into the numbers but also want to influence the bigger story – we want to hear from you!

How to apply

Hit “Easy Apply” or send us your CV plus a short note explaining why this role is the perfect fit for you.

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Committed employer

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Posted: April 11th, 2026